HI HB1171

Repeals Section 2 of Act 234 (2016), which established minimum requirements for emergency shelters including showers, bathrooms, partitioned living spaces, and secure storage for homeless individuals' possessions.

Repeals Section 5 of Act 234 (2016), which tied homeless shelter stipend payments to performance measures and allowed the department to establish minimum services and savings account programs.

Repeals Section 6 of Act 234 (2016), which required all new or renewed shelter operation contracts after June 30, 2017, to comply with the minimum standards and performance-based payment provisions.

Cites unintended negative consequences of Act 234, including increased operational costs for shelters, closure of some facilities, and displacement of homeless individuals back to streets and parks.

Takes effect on June 30, 2017.